One of the things that the boys had been asking about was a basketball hoop that could be adjusted in height. So when their joint birthday party came, we gave people the option of contributing toward the purchase of a new basketball hoop. After doing the research, Brett knew what kind of hoop would be best for the boys to grow with, but the reviews talked about how difficult it was to put together (read: 3-7 hours with at least 2 people and at least 2 reports of ER visits for finger lacerations, etc). So the hunt changed to a pre-assembled hoop that could be picked up. We found the perfect fit off of Craig's List in the Bay Area. Brett rented a truck from Home Depot and drove in to pick it up. While it had to be partially disassembled for transport, it only took 20 minutes of cooperative effort of the 5 of us to get it up and operational. The boys have been playing hoop everyday since we picked it up. Thanks for all those who contributed to the purchase!
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| Getting ready to open the package from Sam, Seth, Luke, and Evelyn. |
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| The new basketball came in a package with a riddle that led to MJ and #23. |
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| The new basketball hoop! |
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| Our driveway has found new purpose, a shaded basketball court. |
